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Capella Ubud is one of the properties introducing new community initiatives
Capella Hotels launches range of community projects
Luxury hotel brand says it is committed to “socially conscious” travel
Dolphin excursion in the Algarve
Travel sector 'reaping billions' from captive dolphin attractions
Report singles out Expedia Group for sale of "cruel" captive dolphin attractions
WTM London 2019: Marketing Africa – out with the old and in with the nuance
WTM London 2019: Community tourism has potential to improve opportunities for African women
Community tourism can improve opportunities for women in Africa, a session hosted by Women in Travel at WTM London has revealed
Toyota Prius Hybrid cars are a popular eco-friendly option for consumers
WTM London 2019: Blazing a trail for cleaner air
With WTM’s The Future of Aviation session set to analyse air travel’s outlook, Gary Noakes takes a look at its current state – and what predictions we can make
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WTM London 2019: Seychelles to showcase eco tourism in 250th year
The Seychelles is hoping a year-long series of events to celebrate the islands’ 250th anniversary will help boost tourism numbers in 2020
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WTM London 2019: Time to get drastic with plastic
Addressing the travel industry’s single-use plastic problem goes beyond the humble straw. Holly Tuppen takes a look at the problems and solutions ahead of today’s session on the topic
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WTM London 2019: Thailand announces focus on responsible tourism in 2020
Thailand is to focus heavily on responsible travel in 2020, the country’s tourism chief has said.
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WTM London 2019: Japan looks to broaden the focus of cruise visitors
Japan is seeking to more broadly disperse its growing number of cruise guests by promoting calls to a broader range of destinations across the island nation
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Sophie Griffiths: Why Brexit is no longer the hot topic at this year's WTM London...
Responsible tourism has been a hot topic at WTM London for some time but this year, refreshingly, it is the tourist boards, hoteliers and operators leading the debate.
Sherbet London's founder Asher Moses
Electric taxis aiming to offset 18 tons of CO2 at WTM London
Sherbet London will provide 40 electric cabs for 1,000 one-way airport transfers and taxi rides within London
The Plastics Partnership Project was announced at G Stock Live on 28 October
G Adventures introduces single-use plastic initiative
The adventure operator’s Plastics Partnership Project aims to provide free water bottle refills in 80 per cent of its accommodation.
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Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group pledges to eliminate single-use plastic
The luxury hotel brand has already removed, or started to phase out, 86% of the most commonly used plastic throwaways.
Shai Weiss, CEO, Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic boss: 'We want to be a custodian of the environment'
Upgrading its fleet and promoting sustainable aviation fuels will help the carrier be more green, says boss Shai Weiss
Bengal Tiger in India
Trade gathers for first-ever experiential summit
First Wildlife, Safari and Conservation Summit discusses animal welfare and going plastic-free
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Flybe dismisses claims it will axe all domestic flights
Flybe has dismissed reports it plans to axe all domestic flights as "purely hypothetical and not based in fact whatsoever".
The adventure specialist is now accredited by Abta
The Adventure People joins Abta
The adventure travel specialist is now accredited by association
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Meet The Reef-World Foundation: the organisation helping conserve coral habitats around the world
How can agents ensure they are booking responsible diving breaks for clients? Abra Dunsby speaks to The Reef-World Foundation to find out
Women on Wheels in Delhi is one of G Adventures’ worldwide projects
G Adventures reveals location of 2020 Change Makers Summit
Travel agents who earn a place on the trip will visit India and Nepal in April next year
Jordan has proved one of Intrepid's fastest growing destinations, the index reveals
Intrepid Travel launches first UK Adventure Travel Index
Boss James Thornton has warned agents the research shows younger travellers will expect them to back up any environmental or sustainability claims presented in their marketing with evidence
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Responsible Travel brands BA carbon offsetting plan a sham
Activist travel firm describes carrier’s plan ‘the worst case of greenwashing’
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Accessible hotels and destinations honoured at inaugural Blue Badge awards
Thirteen companies recognised at the Blue Badge Access Awards
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Abta’s sustainability lead Nikki White to leave association
White to move on after 10 having established Abta’s destinations and sustainability department
The event helps agents better connect with clients interested in wildlife travel
Wildlife, Safari and Conservation Summit offers former Cook staff free tickets
Former Thomas Cook employees are invited to attend the first-ever Wildlife, Safari and Conservation Summit free of charge.
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Cruise sector must champion sustainability efforts to woo customers
Sustainability ‘rising up the list’ of priorities for consumers, Abta New Markets in Cruise conference told